It is a shame that the Jack Ryan character has not produced a consistent series of films that allows the character to develop - Harrison Ford's films come the closest but instead we have another reboot. And so whilst Pine is ideal for the role the constant need to reboot or recast has left these films as standalone entries - here is hoping we may get further entries that add more depth and character development as this is perfectly adequate as an opening instalment to introduce the character again if you dismiss the previous films, yet also somewhat generic and slight as a spy thriller. However, the film never outstays it's welcome and there are some great race-against-the-clock sequences that are enjoyable. The three main leads are fine, especially Costner who seems to have reinvented himself as the mentor figure these days. The one huge misstep is involving Ryan's wife in the main plot as it strains credibility, though it does lead to two good set piece moments in the film.
Shout by Simon MasseyVIP 11BlockedParent2014-07-20T20:58:39Z
It is a shame that the Jack Ryan character has not produced a consistent series of films that allows the character to develop - Harrison Ford's films come the closest but instead we have another reboot. And so whilst Pine is ideal for the role the constant need to reboot or recast has left these films as standalone entries - here is hoping we may get further entries that add more depth and character development as this is perfectly adequate as an opening instalment to introduce the character again if you dismiss the previous films, yet also somewhat generic and slight as a spy thriller. However, the film never outstays it's welcome and there are some great race-against-the-clock sequences that are enjoyable. The three main leads are fine, especially Costner who seems to have reinvented himself as the mentor figure these days. The one huge misstep is involving Ryan's wife in the main plot as it strains credibility, though it does lead to two good set piece moments in the film.